How many syllables in “menopause”?
syllables in "menopause"
Word details
Syllables
3
men · opa · use
Letters
9
m · e · n · o · p · a · u · s · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “menopause”
The word “menopause” contains 3 syllables, divided as men · opa · use. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "menopause" have?
"menopause" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "menopause" into syllables?
"menopause" is divided into syllables as: men · opa · use.
What is the Scrabble score for "menopause"?
The Scrabble score for "menopause" is 13 points.
Using “menopause” in writing
Three-syllable words like "menopause" (men · opa · use) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “menopause” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.